Overview

Surfshark is a comprehensive cybersecurity company founded in 2018, offering a suite of digital privacy solutions. Initially launching as a VPN service, the company has rapidly expanded its offerings to include Surfshark Alert, Surfshark Search, Surfshark Antivirus, and Incogni. In 2022, Surfshark merged with Nord Security, achieving unicorn status with a $1.6 billion valuation. The company has undergone independent audits by Cure53 and Deloitte, demonstrating a strong commitment to privacy and security. Key milestones include moving to a 100% RAM-only server network, introducing WireGuard protocol, and launching innovative tools like the Internet Shutdown Tracker. Surfshark has been recognized by top media outlets and ranked among the Financial Times 1000: Europe's Fastest Growing Companies.

VPN Scorecard

Privacy

4.6/5

Technical

4.7/5

Security

4.3/5

Value

4.5/5

Streaming

5.0/5

Overall Score

Based on our comprehensive testing

4.6/5

Key Features

Server Network

Server Count
3,200
Countries
100
Server Ownership
Rented

Connection Features

Multi-hop
Yes
P2P Support
Yes
Obfuscation
Yes

Device Support

Windows
Yes
macOS
Yes
Linux
Yes
iOS
Yes
Android
Yes

Security

Encryption
AES-256
OpenVPN Support
Yes
WireGuard Support
Yes
Kill Switch
Yes

Speed Performance

Speed Rating4.5/5

Based on aggregated speed tests from multiple review sources

Privacy & Logging

Jurisdiction

Based inLithuania
Jurisdiction Risk
low
Data Retention Laws
No

Logging Policy

No-Logs Policy
Yes
Independent Audit
Yes
Warrant Canary
Yes

Payment Privacy

Credit Card
Supported
PayPal
Supported
Cryptocurrency
Supported
PGP Key Available
No
WebRTC Leak Protection
Yes
IP Leak Protection
Yes

Security Features

Encryption

Encryption StandardAES-256
Handshake ProtocolOpenVPN
RAM-only Serversfull

Protocols

OpenVPN
Supported
WireGuard
Supported
IKEv2
Supported
L2TP/IPSec
Not Supported

Security Features

Kill Switch
Yes
Split Tunneling
Yes
Multi-hop
Yes
DNS Leak Protection
Yes
Perfect Forward Secrecy
Yes

Advanced Features

Ad Blocker
Yes
Dedicated IP
Yes
Tor over VPN
No
Shadowsocks Support
Yes
Stealth Mode
Yes

Pricing

Monthly Price$12.95
Yearly Price$47.88/mo
2-Year Price$59.76/mo

Free Trial

Available

Money-Back Guarantee

30 days

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